Silver Turquoise Southwest Opal Ring Size 5-1/4 IS60684

THE STORY BEHIND THE JEWELRY

MATERIALS:

Sterling silver, Turquoise, and Opal.

MEASUREMENTS:

Ring is size 5-1/4, it measures approximately 5/8" long and 3/4" wide.

DESCRIPTION:

This amazing ring depicts the beauty and elegance of the great Southwest! The ring is a wonderful piece of jewelry that is hand crafted out of genuine sterling silver and man made Turquoise and Opal inlay. The inlay is elegantly set, while floral designs and mini silver beads accent the piece for an astonishing finish. The ring is stamped sterling and hallmarked.

Turquoise is the birthstone of December. It is believed that turquoise tends to bring good fortune, strength and helps overcome illness. Turquoise got its name from the Levantine traders called Turks who brought the stone to Europe from Persia via Turkey centuries ago. Native Americans have prized turquoise since the time of the Aztecs, who mined it in New Mexico. The natural variations that occur in turquoise are part of their appeal and beauty.

Most people know Opal for its distinctive play of color, it is semi-transparent solidified mineral composed of silicon and water, and it gets its name from the Latin word "Oplus" meaning precious stone. Opal is the birthstone for October. It is believed to release self-consciousness allowing spontaneous action, and awakens psychic and mystical qualities.